Privacy Policy
Introduction
VelinWeightedBlanket.org ("we," "us," or "our") operates this website as an independent affiliate partner. This privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
We are not the manufacturer or seller of Velin Weighted Blanket products. All purchases are completed through the official merchant's checkout, which has its own privacy policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We do not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it, such as:
- Email address when you contact us through our contact form
- Name and message content in your communications
- Any other information you choose to share with us
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and secure access.
Analytics Cookies
We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve content and user experience. We do not track you across other websites.
Affiliate Tracking
When you click on our affiliate links to the merchant's checkout, the affiliate network may place a cookie to attribute the sale to our website. This cookie:
- Does not collect personal information
- Only tracks that a visit originated from our site
- Expires after a set period (typically 30-90 days)
- Can be blocked by adjusting your browser settings
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website content and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Maintain website security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We use trusted third-party services for analytics and hosting. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external sites, including the merchant's checkout page. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal information
However, no internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt-out: Disable cookies through your browser settings
- Communication: Unsubscribe from any communications we send
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address provided below.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.
International Users
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@velinweightedblanket.org
- Contact Form: Visit our contact page